The Official Blog of the Equestrian Jeweler
On the news this morning, a man described the actions of his organization as being 'driven by the hoofprints of history'. Setting aside the politics entirely, you've got to wonder about the hoofprints of history. Somewhere, does Man O' War's hoofprint still endure, trapped in slow-standing mud and dried for all eternity? What about Kelso? Seabiscuit? Brown Beauty, who Paul Revere rode on his … [Read more...]
Ready for a shocking bit of news? There's only 122 shopping days until Christmas! That sounds like a lot of time -- until you realize that those days are filled with back to school season and Halloween and Thanksgiving and everything that happens at this time of year at work and then of course everything you're involved with with the horses and the kids...before you know it, it's six thirty pm December … [Read more...]
Did you hear us squealing with joy from where you are? We couldn't help it -- when we heard that the French fashion house is partnering with Pierre Hardy to launch a new equestrian themed collection it was just too exciting! We haven't seen the pictures yet, but the line is purported to include a whip-shaped diamond necklace and the horse-hoof-inspired rose gold and black jade Centaure necklace. … [Read more...]
There's no doubt about it: silver horse jewelry is one of the hottest picks for the spring. But don't make the mistake of thinking this is just the latest 'new thing' -- silver has long been a favorite metal: it is mentioned in the earliest books of the Bible and turns up in archeological digs from civilizations long buried. We've been using silver for forever and a day to craft beautiful, detailed … [Read more...]
Quality always shows! You can tell when you're looking at a new foal: the quick feet of the colt, the fine line of the filly, clearly identifying the finest points of thier sire and dam. And you can tell when you're looking at jewelry. Now, it's no secret that we at Show Stable Artisans have a certain fondness for Estate and Antique Horse Jewelry. There's something almost otherworldly and beautiful … [Read more...]
The latest trend in the jewelry world is for what some are calling 'narrative pieces'. These are pieces of jewelry -- pendants, bracelets, necklaces, and especially charms -- that come with a story. Jane Seymour's eloquent tale of her mother's advice to always keep your heart open led her to design a pendant that's become remarkably popular. But you don't have to be a jewelry designer to tell … [Read more...]
Seen on fashionable wrists everywhere this season, sleek, slender cuff bracelets are the accessory of choice for those who favor an elegant, polished look. What could be simpler than a cuff? The beauty of this piece rests in the quality of the materials used -- in this case, sterling silver -- the measured grace, and the intricate detailing. Look at the horse's head. You can almost see the … [Read more...]
Bead charm bracelets are the season's hottest trend! You can see bracelets by Pandora, Chamilia, Troll, and Biagi on fashionable wrists from coast to coast -- but there has been no beads or charms designed for the horse lover. Until now! Show Stable Artisans is thrilled to announce the arrival of an exclusive line of Pandora compatible equestrian bead charms. Your life story is not complete without … [Read more...]
Bracelets are big news these days: the hottest place to display your sparkle -- and your personality! -- is on your wrist. From the red carpet to the front office, bracelets are the accessory for the fall. That's certainly true for horse lovers, who have a wide range of gold bracelets, silver bracelets, and estate bracelets featuring horses to choose from. Horse bracelets are available in a … [Read more...]
Charm bracelets are one piece of jewelry that never goes out of style- and they are very popular right now. They bring so much enjoyment because they show how passionate we are about something, or they help us in celebrating a life event- maybe a birthday, an anniversary, or graduation. Charm bracelets are fun because you can add charms- and your loved ones can also share your passions- and honor you … [Read more...]